Alfred, Hereditary Prince of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha

Hereditary Prince of Saxe-Coburg

Alfred, Hereditary Prince of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha - Hereditary Prince of Saxe-Coburg
Born

October 15th, 1874
150 years ago

Died

1899
126 years ago — 25 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Germany

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Born in 1874, this hereditary prince held a title within the German nobility. He was part of the House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, a family with connections to various European royal houses. He served in the military and held several positions within the aristocracy. His life spanned tumultuous times in Europe, including the lead-up to World War I. He was known for his contributions to the family estate and the management of its properties, which included efforts in agriculture and local governance.

Served in the military in Germany

Managed family estates and properties

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